Powerful pomegranates

One of the earliest cultivated fruits, pomegranates have been extolled in literature and are a longtime symbol of health, fertility and rebirth.

Packed inside their leathery skins are hundreds of garnet seeds or "arils": little jewel-like capsules exploding with sweet, tart flavor. These arils are loaded with antioxidants and are high in vitamin C and potassium, hence the "superfood" title bestowed upon pomegranates. While cracking into one and extracting the arils can be daunting, messy or labor-intensive, a simple method will have you enjoying this enchanting fruit in no time.